by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Grand Canyon University ranks among other schools offering degrees in criminal justice.
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Grand Canyon University is in the top 10% of the country for criminal justice. More specifically it was ranked #75 out of 807 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #4 in Arizona.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Grand Canyon University handed out 276 bachelor's degrees in criminal justice & corrections. This is a decrease of 6% over the previous year when 293 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 126 students received their master’s degree in criminal justice from Grand Canyon University. This makes it the #11 most popular school for criminal justice master’s degree candidates in the country.
Criminal Justice majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Grand Canyon University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $41,180 a year. This is higher than $37,901, which is the national median for all criminal justice bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Grand Canyon University, criminal justice students borrow a median amount of $25,018 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $20,504 for all criminal justice majors across the country.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the criminal justice program at Grand Canyon University is $231 per month.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Grand Canyon University was $465 per credit hour for both in-state and out-of-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,390 | $16,390 |
| Fees | $873 | $873 |
| Books and Supplies | $750 | $750 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,162 | $11,162 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $4,300 | $4,300 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 276 criminal justice majors earned their bachelor's degree from Grand Canyon University. Of these graduates, 42% were men and 58% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Grand Canyon University with a bachelor's in criminal justice.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 35 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 101 |
| White | 102 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 33 |
Grand Canyon University does not offer an online option for its criminal justice bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Grand Canyon University Online Learning page.
Criminal Justice majors graduating with a master's degree from Grand Canyon University make a median salary of $50,294 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $50,954.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 142 students graduated with a master's degree in criminal justice from Grand Canyon University. About 29% were men and 71% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Grand Canyon University with a master's in criminal justice.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 34 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 |
| White | 50 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 15 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the criminal justice majors at Grand Canyon University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Homeland Security | 196 |
| Security Science and Technology | 76 |